Balinese Coconut Shake

It may not have its origins in Bali, but coconut and other dairy free, fruit shakes are popular in Bali and a great way to beat the tropical heat.

This recipe is for four servings, and it is quite filling – being made from coconut milk.

1 cup (can) coconut milk

1 cup ice water

2 cups ice cubes

Sugar to taste (I used, brown organic palm sugar)

Combine coconut milk, water and sugar in a blender and blend for 10 – 20 seconds so that the sugar dissolves. Add the ice cubes and gently grind them into a slush. Do not over blend because if you do the ice will melt and you will not have slush, but rather a very wet and cold juice.

If you really want to impress your guests, serve the coconut slush inside a young coconut with a straw. Selamat Minum! (enjoy your drink!)

They make these here in Cartagena and I can vouch for how amazing they taste. Add lemon juice or some other fruits to make tasty alternatives. Voted!
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